This is a simple and classic cardigan design. It is knit in all over stockinette stitch with 1 by 1 ribbed cuffs. The addition of mohair adds a luxurious feel to the fabric. This cardigan is designed to have positive ease. This pattern guides you step-by-step to knit your own cardigan, the pattern includes 6 sizes with adjustable components.
SIZES (XS, S, M)(L, XL, XXL)
The sizes correspond with a bust circumference of (80-85, 85-90, 90-95)(95-100, 100-110, 110-120) cm or approx. (31.5-33.5, 33.5-35.5, 35.5-37.5)(37.5-39.5, 39.5-43.5, 43.5-47.25) inches.
MEASUREMENTS
The Claudia Cardigan is designed with 5-10 cm / 2-4 inches of positive ease. You should choose a size with a circumference 5-10 cm / 2-4 inches larger than your bust circumference. This provides a snug fit with a small amount of room. If you would like a more oversized fit I recommend sizing up.
Circumference (86, 91, 96)(101, 112, 119) cm / approx. (34, 36, 38)(40, 44, 47) inches.
Length (28, 28, 30)(30, 33, 33) cm / approx. (11, 11, 12)(12, 13, 13) inches.
Sleeve Length 56 cm / 22 inches all sizes.
GAUGE
26 sts x 34 rows = 10x10 cm / 4x4 inches blocked in stockinette stitch.
NEEDLES
3.5mm 80-100 cm circular needles for body
3.5mm 40 cm / DPNs / longer cable for magic loop for the sleeves
3mm 40 cm / DPNs / longer cable for magic loop for the sleeve ribbing
3mm 80-100 cm circular needles for ribbed trim and button band
NOTIONS
Tapestry needle, stitch wire/ scrap yarn, stitch markers, 6 buttons with approx. 15mm diameter
YARN
The sample is knit using Drops Flora shade Pistachio held together with Drops Kid Silk shade Apple Green.
You will need (200, 200, 275)(325, 350, 375) g of Drops Flora and (100, 100, 125)(150, 175, 200) g of Drops Kid Silk
I recommend using 1 strand of fingering weight yarn held with 1 strand of mohair. Remember to check the gauge before choosing your yarns.
This is a simple and classic cardigan design. It is knit in all over stockinette stitch with 1 by 1 ribbed cuffs. The addition of mohair adds a luxurious feel to the fabric. This cardigan is designed to have positive ease. This pattern guides you step-by-step to knit your own cardigan, the pattern includes 6 sizes with adjustable components.
SIZES (XS, S, M)(L, XL, XXL)
The sizes correspond with a bust circumference of (80-85, 85-90, 90-95)(95-100, 100-110, 110-120) cm or approx. (31.5-33.5, 33.5-35.5, 35.5-37.5)(37.5-39.5, 39.5-43.5, 43.5-47.25) inches.
MEASUREMENTS
The Claudia Cardigan is designed with 5-10 cm / 2-4 inches of positive ease. You should choose a size with a circumference 5-10 cm / 2-4 inches larger than your bust circumference. This provides a snug fit with a small amount of room. If you would like a more oversized fit I recommend sizing up.
Circumference (86, 91, 96)(101, 112, 119) cm / approx. (34, 36, 38)(40, 44, 47) inches.
Length (28, 28, 30)(30, 33, 33) cm / approx. (11, 11, 12)(12, 13, 13) inches.
Sleeve Length 56 cm / 22 inches all sizes.
GAUGE
26 sts x 34 rows = 10x10 cm / 4x4 inches blocked in stockinette stitch.
NEEDLES
3.5mm 80-100 cm circular needles for body
3.5mm 40 cm / DPNs / longer cable for magic loop for the sleeves
3mm 40 cm / DPNs / longer cable for magic loop for the sleeve ribbing
3mm 80-100 cm circular needles for ribbed trim and button band
NOTIONS
Tapestry needle, stitch wire/ scrap yarn, stitch markers, 6 buttons with approx. 15mm diameter
YARN
The sample is knit using Drops Flora shade Pistachio held together with Drops Kid Silk shade Apple Green.
You will need (200, 200, 275)(325, 350, 375) g of Drops Flora and (100, 100, 125)(150, 175, 200) g of Drops Kid Silk
I recommend using 1 strand of fingering weight yarn held with 1 strand of mohair. Remember to check the gauge before choosing your yarns.
